Dallas Stars vs New York Rangers Head-to-Head

Rangers built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 86 of 124 decided meetings (69%) (plus 23 ties). In the shootout era they are 16-15 against each other (52% Rangers). 23 historical ties live in the all-time ledger, all predating the 2005 shootout rule. Games average a 2.4-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Stars' 8-goal win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Rangers hold a 11-9 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 1970s produced the deepest sample with 62 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1967, so the rivalry has spanned 59 seasons of NHL history. Most recent result: Stars won 2-0 on Apr 11, 2026. Through the 2020s Rangers have led 7-5 between the teams.